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LORD STANLEY DONATES A CUPMontreal Quebec – Former Governor General Lord Stanley says he will donate a silver challenge cup, later named after him, as an award for the best hockey team in Canada; originally presented to amateur champions; awarded to the top pro team since 1910, and since 1926, only by NHL teams.

1997

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Los Angeles California – Singer Joni Mitchell is reunited with a daughter, Killauren, she gave up for adoption many years earlier. For more information and pictures, check out the Joni Mitchell Website . [Photo: Barrington]

1945

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Montreal Quebec – Maurice ‘Rocket’ Richard scores in 4-2 victory over the Boston Bruins; becomes the first NHLer to score 50 goals in a season. Richard does it in 50 games.

1879

And in Today's Canadian Birthdays...

Norval Baptie 1879-1966
speed skater, impresario, was born on this day in 1879; died Nov 26 1966. Baptie won the world title in 1895 at only 16 years of age. In the following quarter century, he shattered every amateur and pro speed skating record, winning nearly 5000 races, from the 200 metres to the 8 kilometres. At the end of World War I he launched one of the world’s first touring ice shows, including Olympic skating star Sonja Henie.
Also Jack Delaney 1900-1948
boxer, was born Ovila Chapdelaine on this day in 1900; died Nov 27 1948. Delaney officially changed his name when he turned pro age 19, since the ring announcers had trouble pronouncing his French surname. In 1926 he took the world light-heavyweight title from Paul Berlenbach but he came back the next year to claim the title from him. He retired with a career total of 86 pro bouts, with 42 KOs, 27 decisions, 1 foul and 3 draws.

In Other Events…

1990

Toronto Ontario – Juno Awards given by Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences; Rita McNeil Best Female Vocalist, Kim Mitchell Best Male Vocalist, The Family Brown Best Country Group, George Fox Best Male Country Vocalist, k.d. laing Best Female Country Vocalist, Alannah Myles Best Album and Best Single, Blue Rodeo Best Canadian Group.

Obituaries for March 18, 2011

Anna Harvey Anna MacLeod Harvey has gone home in the arms of Jesus on March 15, 2011. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 19, 2011 at 4 p.m. at Rock Creek Community Church located at 6099 Gumbranch Rd., Jacksonville, N.C. She was a native of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Canada and resident of…

Michael James ‘Brother’ MacLean With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Michael James ‘Brother’ MacLean on March 14, 2011, after a two-year battle with cancer at the An Cala Unit of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born in Reserve Mines, Feb. 8 1954, he resided at Barra Glen Road, Iona, since 1988. He was the son of…

William Daniel ‘Dan’ Dixon It is with broken hearts and deep sadness we announce the passing of a wonderful, husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. William Daniel Dixon, 85, passed away with his loving family by his side on March 17, 2011, in Buchanan Memorial Hospital, Neils Harbour. Born in White Point,…

Linda MacLean Linda MacLean, 62, of Glace Bay passed away Thursday, March 17, 2011, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, surrounded by her loving family following a brief illness. Born in Glace Bay, she was the daughter of the late Daniel Brooks Power and Anne (Nedruban) Power. Until her retirement…

Bernard A. ‘Bernie’ Fleet It is with sorrow that we, the family, announce the passing of Bernard A. ‘Bernie’ Fleet, on Thursday, March 17, 2011, at the Glace Bay Hospital. Born in South Bar, he was the son of the late Malcolm and Mary Ann (MacDonald) Fleet. Bernie was ‘free spirited’ who loved to read, sing and…

Harold ‘Harley’ Boutilier It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our father, brother, uncle and friend, Harold ‘Harley’ Vincent Boutilier, age 65, a resident of Mapleview Drive, North Sydney, on Thursday, March 17, 2011, at the Northside General Hospital, surrounded by his three sons and loving family….

Neila (Fowler) Simmons It is with profound sadness that we, the family of Neila Simmons, announce her peaceful passing on Tuesday, March 15, 2011, at the Hinton General Hospital in Alberta, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Glace Bay, Sept. 10, 1920, Neila was the daughter of the late Joseph and Sarah (nee…

Marguerite (Smith) Morgan Marguerite Evelyn (Smith) Morgan a resident of William’s Country Home, Hilden, N.S., formerly of Brookfield, passed away peacefully on March 15, 2011. Marguerite was a retired teacher of 35 years. Born in 1915 in her beloved hometown of Glace Bay, she was a daughter of the late Mr. E.E and…

Centaph Memorial – Neil’s Harbour

Neil’s Harbour is located in Victoria County, as a part of Cape Breton Island. Neil’s Harbour is situated in the northeast corner of the Cape Breton Highlands National Park, alongside the Cabot Trail. The village is named after Neil McLennan. The first school in Neil’s Harbour was constructed in 1878. Artifacts in the area indicate that Neil’s Harbour may at one time have been inhabited by the French. The main industry in Neil’s Harbour is fishing, mostly for lobster and crab. Neil’s Harbour is 165 km (102.5 mi.) north of Sydney.

Considering the fact that Neil’s Harbour is located in the Cape Breton Highlands National Park – and is an ocean-side town – Neil’s Harbour is a scenic haven. The Cabot Archives is a repository of various local historical documents, photographs and manuscripts that is a must see for anyone interested in the history of the area. Neil’s Harbour is also home to the Neil’s Harbour Beach, fishing boats, the Sea Breeze Restaurant and the Chowder House.

Aspy Off Loading Freight -Neil’s Harbour

Neil’s Harbour accommodations include cottages and bed and breakfasts. Neils Harbour Cape Breton Nova Scotia The small fishing town of Neils Harbour along the Cabot Trail in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia.Neils Harbour in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia is a small fishing town nestled away on the point, highlighted by the Neils Harbour Lighthouse and the beautiful coastline. Boats are always tied up in the harbour as they are used daily by the fishermen of Neils Harbour.Boats docked in Neils Harbour with the Neils Harbour Lighthouse on Neils Harbour Point, Cabot Trail, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Canada.

St Peter’s Presbyterian Church in Neil’s Harbour. Although the population is unknown, an estimate is between 200 and 404. The town has one operating church which is Anglican, and one non-operational church which was Presbyterian. There are a few cottages/summer homes in Neil’s Harbour, but mostly there are local residents who work in the Lobster/Crab and Fishing Industry

Stop at Chowder House for Lunch

Some of the most breathtaking scenery in the world is found here where the Cabot Trail winds along spectacular gorges, awesome seascapes at every turn! From the quaint working village of Pleasant Bay with its Whale Interpretive Centre, whale watching boat tours, restaurants and accommodations, to the ascent of North Mountain and ‘the Lone Sheiling’ a replica of a Scottish crofter’s hut in the midst of a beautiful virgin forrest of 300 year old sugar maples.

Neil’s Harbour – Boats at Rest

On to Cape North, a beautiful, massive headland which juts into the Cabot Strait, the most northerly point on the Cabot Trail. The Cape is carpeted with a variety of trees and plunges 1,465 feet to the warm summer ocean. The Cape has miles of breathtaking rugged cliffs that are home to a variety of shore and sea birds. Along scenic Aspy Bay and St. Lawrence Bay, dotted with fishing villages and harbours, you’ll be wanting to have your camera ready to capture Cape Breton at its most spectacular! You’ll definitely not want to miss the magnificent drive to Meat Cove where you can often see whales in the bay and eagles, moose and the occasional bear as you drive along. There are also hiking trails and beaches which local people are happy to share with visitors. The coastline of Aspy Bay is dotted with villages of Sugar Loaf, Aspy Bay, Cape North, Dingwall, South Harbour, Smelt Brook and White Point (the oldest community on the Bay) and at the region’s southern boundary, New Haven and Neil’s Harbour. As you descend the North Mountain on the Cabot Trail, before you lies the vast expanse of the majestic Aspy Valley, with miles of unspoiled sandy beach between the valley and the ocean. The ocean side Cabot Landing Provincial Park, a picnic and beach park 10 km (6 miles) north of Cape North overlooking Aspy Bay, gives travellers a chance to discover local history and relax. A commemorative plaque marks the spot where it is said that explorer John Cabot landed in 1497 to claim the land for England.

St. Peter’s Church

CHAMPLAIN'S FIRST TRIP TO CANADAHonfleur France – Samuel de Champlain c1570-1635 leaves Honfleur with Gravé du Pont and Pierre de Monts on de Chaste’s ship ‘Bonne Renommé’; his first major voyage to Canada.

1943

And in Today's Canadian Birthdays...

David Cronenberg 1943-
film director, was born on this day at Toronto in 1943. First producing films with revolting special effects, such as They Came From Within (1975), Cronenberg has graduated to more palatable productions such as Videodrome (1983), Dead Ringers (1988 – that’s him in the picture, directing Jeremy Irons), Naked Lunch (1992) and Crash (1996), which won the Jury Prize at the Cannes Film Festival. For more on Canada’s controversial director, check out this British fan page or the Internet Movie Database.

1857

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Ishbel Maria Gordon, Marchioness of Aberdeen 1857-1939
chatelaine, reformer, was born on this day at London England in 1857; died in Aberdeen April 18, 1939. The wife of Governor General the Earl of Aberdeen, Lady Aberdeen was a radical democrat with a social conscience; during her stay in Canada, she helped form Canada’s National Council of Women, and with them, the Victorian Order of Nurses (1897).
Also Sybil Adelman 1942-
screen/scriptwriter, was born on this day in 1942; known for her work on the Mary Tyler Moore Show, Alice.

Also Colin McPhee 1901-
composer, was born on this day at Montreal in 1899; composer of H2O, Mechanical Principles.

In Other Events…

1990

Ottawa Ontario – Solicitor General Pierre Cadieux announces that Sikhs in the RCMP can wear turbans and other religious garb while in uniform.

Cambridge Ontario – Absolom Shade’s village of Shade’s Mills becomes town of Galt; named after John Galt of the Canada Company; now part of Cambridge.

1827

Toronto Ontario – Royal Charter granted to King’s College; now University of Toronto

1744

Paris France – France declares war on Britain, in War of the Austrian Succession; called King William’s War in North America; to Oct. 14, 1748.

1657

Quebec – Mother Giffard de Saint-lgnace dies; first Canadian woman to take religious vows.

1615

Bristol England – William Baffin c1584-1622 sails as pilot and mapmaker in the Discovery, Captain Robert Bylot, on first voyage to Hudson Bay; charts Hudson Strait, west end of Southampton Island, and Foxe Channel.

Obituaries for March 15, 2011

Sylvia Googoo Sylvia Googoo, 57, Wagmatcook First Nation, passed away March 13, 2011, surrounded by family and friends at the Victoria County Memorial Hospital, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Baddeck, N.S., she was daughter of the late Peter and Helen (Pierro) Googoo. She was a member of the…

Angus MacAdam It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, Angus Stephen MacAdam. Born in MacAdam’s Lake, C.B. April 9, 1920, son of the late Duncan MacAdam and Margaret Jane (Gillis) MacAdam. Dad began his career as one of the…

Daniel L. Basker It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our dear brother, uncle and friend, Daniel Basker, on Sunday, March 13, 2011, at the Veteran’s Unit of Harbour View Hospital, Sydney Mines. Born in North Sydney, he was the son of the late Alexander and Veronica (Gouthro) Basker. Danny…

Miranda (Brown) Cummings Following a courageous battle with cancer, Miranda Jane (Brown) Cummings, New Maryland, N.B., passed away peacefully at the Chalmers Hospital, Fredericton on March 14, 2011. Born Nov. 3, 1938 in Fredericton, she was the daughter of the late Kenneth and Margaret (Phillips) Brown of Fredericton….

Little Johnny MacDonald born at Point Aconi and raised at Point Aconi and Alder Point

The passing of John (Little Johnny) MacDonald of Fredericton, NB, husband of Pauline (Drummond) MacDonald, occurred on Sunday, March 13, 2011 at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital. Born on April 13, 1923 in Point Aconi, Cape Breton, NS, he was a son of the late John and Louise (Godbout) MacDonald. John was a Veteran of WWII having served overseas with the Merchant Marine. He was affiliated with Nashwaaksis United Church. John was involved with Liberty Lodge in Ontario, Masonic Lodge and Eastern Star Past Patron and Past District Governor of Oromocto Lions Club.

In addition to his wife, John is survived by his daughters, Mary Jean MacDonald of Burlington, ON, Louise De Caire (Danny) of Dunnville, ON and Alice Horsley of Milton, ON; sons, Wayne of Oakville, ON, Rev. John (Vivian) of Florida, Danny (Gisele) of Fredericton, NB, Angus (Lina) of Stoney Creek, ON and Alexander (Rhonda) of Whitehorse, YK; step sons Darrell R. Carr(Diane) and Eric D. Carr (Dixie) both of Geary, NB four step grand children and one great grandchild; 13 grandchildren; great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, John was predeceased by one great grandson; sisters, Walda and Louise MacDonald; brother, Alexander MacDonald.

Visitation will take place at York Funeral Home, 302 Brookside Drive, Fredericton on Tuesday, March 15, 2011 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. Members of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch # 4 are asked to assemble at the funeral home on Tuesday at 7 pm for a Legion Tribute Service. A Funeral Service will take place at Nashwaaksis United Church on Wednesday, March 16, 2011 at 2 pm with Rev. Franklin Curtis officiating. Interment will take place in Preston Carr Cemetery, Geary in the spring. For those who wish, remembrances may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of New Brunswick or the Canadian Diabetes Association. Personal condolences may be offered through http://www.yorkfh.com